Video Title: Don't Waste $500 - OnePlus 15 vs Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL
Channel: Mike O'Brien
Speakers: Mike O'Brien
Duration: 00:26:48
Overview
This video compares the OnePlus 15, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, and Google Pixel 10 Pro XL across 12 categories, including price, design, display, camera, speakers, speed, battery, charging, and features, to determine which is the best overall phone.
Key takeaways
Pricing: The OnePlus 15 offers the best value, starting at $899 with 256GB storage and including a charger and screen protector. The Pixel 10 Pro starts at $999 for the smaller version and $1199 for the XL, while the S25 Ultra is the most expensive at $1299.
Design: While generally safe, the Pixel 10 Pro stands out with magnetic charging and two size options. The OnePlus 15 offers enhanced water resistance and textured back options. The S25 Ultra's design is criticized for its sharp edges and wobble.
Displays: The OnePlus 15 boasts a 165Hz display, while the others are 120Hz. The S25 Ultra excels with its anti-reflective screen and less rounded corners, providing more usable real estate. The Pixel is noted for being the brightest, and the Samsung for being the dimmest.
Cameras: The OnePlus 15 generally produces vibrant photos, excelling in landscape shots and portrait mode. The S25 Ultra offers natural colors and good dynamic range, while the Pixel 10 Pro stands out for its consistent white balance and superior ultrawide and high dynamic range capabilities.
Performance and Battery: The OnePlus 15 leads in performance due to its new Snapdragon chip and dedicated Wi-Fi chip. It also offers superior battery life and significantly faster wired and wireless charging compared to the other two phones.
Features: The Pixel 10 Pro offers a clean Android experience with useful AI features like call screening and Magic Erase. The S25 Ultra provides Samsung DeX for a desktop experience and robust ecosystem integration, though its satellite SOS is limited to Verizon users. The OnePlus 15 includes unique features like a dedicated button for shortcuts, Aqua Touch, and Glove Mode.
